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Pittsburg and Gilmore rail line pushed toward Boise project
Henry F. Francis reports rapid progress on the Pittsburg and Gilmore road with 2000 workers on Idaho and Montana sections. He notes high costs and harsh weather only delaying, as Northern Pacific equipment signals Hill backing. The venture spurs regional prosperity, rail sidings, and mine news boosting Boise to Butte prospects.
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Pittsburg & Gilmore
Hen B F. Francis
Salmon City
Idaho
Montana
Pittaburg & Gilmore
Boise- Butte
Northern Pacific
Hill
Lembhi County
Salmon
Salmon River
Chalis
Clayton
Ataller